Ilya Kovalchuk's Top 10 Goals as a New Jersey Devil

Ilya Kovalchuk may not be everybody’s favorite Devil, but you can’t deny that he’s had some highlight goals in his time with New Jersey. Nothing is better than seeing Kovy dash down the left wing and flick a wrist shot past the goalie or a rip a slapper on the power play.

This year, we haven’t seen much of the “vintage” Kovalchuk, but he has given us fans some shining moments. So instead of talking about his turnovers or how he needs to play on the left wing instead of the right, let’s take a look at the 10 best goals of Kovalchuk’s career in New Jersey.

October 13, 2010 vs. Buffalo

After three straight losses, the Devils were looking for their first W of the season in Buffalo. Taking a scoreless tie into overtime, Kovalchuk blasted a slap shot off the pipe and in from the right circle to win it.

November 12, 2010 vs. Edmonton

This was definitely the highlight of an abysmal first half of the season for the Devils. Still looking for their first home win, the Devils were in overtime against the Edmonton Oilers. Kovalchuk ended the game with a power-play goal and an emphatic celebration.

December 4, 2010 vs. Philadelphia

This is one where you need to take a second look. At first, it doesn't look like a spectacular goal. But then when you see where Kovalchuk shot it from and the fact that it went top shelf, it's quite impressive.